Gain the foundations of the knitting craft and start your first scarf!
Three 1.5-hour classes
Skills needed:
Absolutely none! Our beginner class is ideal for those who are completely new to the craft or who haven’t knitted in many years and need a full refresher. Students must be 16 and older to enroll.
Skills learned:
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knit stitch
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purl stitch
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cast on
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bind off
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“tinking” or working back
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common knitting terms
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full fibre education
Materials (all available at the shop for a 10% discount for your first class):
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250-300 yards worsted-weight wool, wool blend, or other natural fibre in a light color. We recommend Manos del Uruguay Alegria Grande or Ideal, or Kelbourne Woolens Germantown.
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US #8 (5mm) bamboo or wood needles in straight or circular.
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Darning needle or notion kit/set
*We recommend not using metal needles, cotton or acrylic fibres, or very dark colors, as they make the learning process more difficult.
Optional reading materials (one of the following):
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Churchmouse Yarns The Learn-To-Knit Companion
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First Scarf
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Knit How by Pom Pom
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Modern Knitting Daily Skillset
Preparation:
Be sure to come to the shop early enough to purchase your supplies and wind your yarn into balls before the start of class (suggested 15-30 minutes).
